Round Lab 1025 DOKDO BUBBLE FOAM 150ml

Values: 100% Genuine · FA-Conditional · Fragrance-Free · Halal-Friendly* · Vegan-Friendly*

If your face feels tight and "squeaky" right after washing, that is over-cleansed skin, not clean skin — see the Over-Cleansing Cycle section below before assuming you need a stronger wash.

Pros: Genuinely low-lather amino-acid base; real mineral-water sourcing story; layers well under actives; travel-friendly pump format.
Caveats: Brand does not disclose the Salicylic Acid percentage; not a stand-alone makeup remover; scent is present (Bergamot leaf extract), so not suitable for strict fragrance-free routines.

In Mauritius heat, the oily film on your skin by midday is sebum and sweat doing their job, not dirt — washing more than twice a day strips the acid mantle (target pH 4.5-5.5) and triggers compensatory sebum overproduction, the exact oiliness you were trying to fix.

This foam's amino-acid/glucoside surfactant base (Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate, Coco-Glucoside, Lauryl Glucoside, Decyl Glucoside) is formulated to cleanse without the high-alkalinity strip of a soap-based bar, and the added Hyaluronic Acid complex re-deposits some moisture during the rinse itself.

Classification: YELLOW (14+ with guidance). The declared Salicylic Acid is a real BHA, and while its rinse-off, undisclosed-but-likely-low concentration means it is not a RED-tier clinical peel, pre-teen skin has not yet developed the sebaceous activity that BHA is designed to manage.

For skin under 14 with no acne concerns, a fragrance-free, actives-free cleanser is a better starting point — see Round Lab Baby Mild Top to Toe Wash 300ml, formulated for sensitive/young skin.

Step 1 (When): AM and/or PM. Step 2 (How much): A walnut-size dollop of foam, or 1-2 pumps if dispensed via pump. Step 3 (How): Massage onto damp skin in circular motions for 60 seconds, then rinse with lukewarm water.

Introduce this as the ONLY new product in your routine. Wait a full 14 days before adding anything else. This isolation window ensures you can identify whether any reaction is caused by this specific product.

1. Round Lab 1025 Dokdo Bubble Foam (or a splash-rinse only if skin is dry-tight on waking) → 2. Toner/pad → 3. Serum (optional) → 4. Moisturizer → 5. Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++.

In Mauritius' humid mornings, humectant toners layered right after this cleanse pull water from the humid air rather than from deeper skin layers, so don't skip the toner step even if you are short on time.

1. Oil/balm cleanse if wearing sunscreen or makeup → 2. Round Lab 1025 Dokdo Bubble Foam as the second, water-based cleanse → 3. Toner → 4. Treatment/serum → 5. Moisturizer.

Do not layer this cleanser's rinse-off BHA with a separate leave-on BHA/AHA treatment applied immediately after in the same routine — see the Conflict Solver below.

Technique: Massage gently on damp skin for the full 60-Second Rule — this gives the surfactants adequate contact time to lift sebum without needing to scrub harder. Pat dry afterward rather than rubbing with a towel.

Cotton pad vs hands: Hands deliver 100% of product; cotton pads absorb approximately 30-40%. Use hands for this cleanser.

This is an encyclopedia map of all product types. You do not use all of these daily. You select modules based on your skin state.

Global execution rules: Viscosity ladder — thinnest to thickest, water-phase before oil-phase, treatments before seals. Wait times — watery layers 10-20s, serums 30-60s, before sunscreen 10-15 min if going outdoors.

Amounts — toner/essence 5-8 drops per layer; serum/ampoule 2-3 drops; eye product ½ rice-grain per eye; gel moisturizer 1-1.5 peas, cream 1-2 peas; sunscreen 2-finger rule for face plus 1 finger for neck. Hydrators go on slightly damp skin; retinoids on fully dry skin; if the routine pills, stings, or feels heavy, reduce layers, not increase.

AM Maximum Stack: 1. Rinse/gentle cleanse (optional) → 2. pH-prep toner (optional) → 3. Hydrating toner layers (1-3, optional) → 4. Essence (optional) → 5. Mist (optional) → 6. Soothing serum (optional) → 7. Antioxidant lane (choose one) → 8. Pigment support lane (choose one) → 9. Hydration serum lane (optional) → 10. Oil-control/sebum lane (choose one) → 11. Peptide/repair lane (optional) → 12. Eye cream (optional) → 13. Moisturizer → 14. Optional sealing layer (dry/AC only) → 15. Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++ (non-negotiable) → 16. Lip SPF (optional). In AM, prioritize comfort and SPF adherence over stacking — in high humidity, fewer layers often perform better.

PM Maximum Stack: 1. Micellar pre-cleanse (optional) → 2. Oil cleanser/balm (if SPF/makeup) → 3. Water cleanser (this product's slot) → 4. pH-prep toner (optional) → 5. Hydrating toner layers (optional) → 6. Essence (optional) → 7. Soothing/barrier serum (optional) → 8. Anchor treatment product → 9. Targeted serum (optional, if non-conflicting) → 10. Moisturizer → 11. Sleeping mask (optional) → 12. Occlusive seal (optional) → 13. Spot treatment/patch (as needed) → 14. Lip sleeping mask (optional). Do not layer retinoids with AHA/BHA in the same night; keep "one lane" per night.

Lane strictness: One-lane rule — Retinoid OR Exfoliation OR Strong Vitamin C (LAA) OR Acne-control active per routine; barrier/hydration can always accompany. If unsure, default to the safest lane (barrier/hydration) and reduce layers.

Tier: Rinse-off foam — applied and removed before any other product, so it does not sit in the viscosity ladder with leave-on layers.

Phase compatibility: Water-phase surfactant system; rinses away completely, leaving no residue that would interfere with subsequent product absorption.

Excess sebum/shine: the surfactant base plus low-dose BHA lift oil from the pore lining more effectively than a plain water rinse. Enlarged-pore appearance: partially addressed by keeping pores clear of the sebum/debris that stretches them visibly — this product cannot physically shrink pore size, which is a structural, genetics-set feature.

What this product cannot do: it cannot treat active cystic acne on its own, cannot replace a leave-on BHA/AHA treatment for deeper exfoliation, and cannot remove waterproof sunscreen or long-wear makeup as a sole step.

Every recommendation below is verified in Adilsons' live catalog with real stock at the time of writing.

Toner/pad follow-up — Primary: Round Lab 1025 Dokdo Pad 120ml (same mineral-water lineage, same gentle PHA/enzyme exfoliation lane, no conflict). Alternatives: Medicube Zero Pore Pad Mild 70pcs, EQQUALBERRY Swimming Pool Toner Pads 220ml, Benton Guava 70 Skin Toner Face Mask Pad.

Sunscreen (mandatory AM step) — Primary: Round Lab 1025 Dokdo Sunscreen 50ml. Alternatives: Round Lab Birch Juice Mild-Up Sunscreen 50ml, Round Lab Birch Juice Moisturizing Tone Up Sunscreen 50ml, Round Lab Baby Mild Sun Stick SPF50+.

Pilling pairs: minimal pilling risk since this rinses off completely before any leave-on product is applied.

This is a conflict-solver for ACTIVE ingredients. If you run multiple actives, use these rules to avoid irritation, deactivation, and barrier damage.

One Active Lane per routine: run only one primary active lane per AM or PM routine (Retinoid OR Acid Exfoliation OR L-Ascorbic Acid Vitamin C OR strong acne lane). If you break this rule, reduce frequency or split AM/PM rather than pushing through irritation.

This product's BHA lane × a separate leave-on BHA/AHA serum: avoid running both in the same routine — the rinse-off BHA here already engages the exfoliation lane lightly. Instead, use this cleanser daily and keep your leave-on acid treatment to its own scheduled nights per the Weekly Planner logic on that product.

This product's BHA × Retinoid: if your PM treatment is a retinoid, cleansing with this in the AM only (switching to a plain gentle cleanser at night) avoids stacking two active lanes in one 24-hour window for reactive skin.

Lane-strictness rule: do not layer retinoids with AHA/BHA in the same night; keep "one lane" per night.

Pre-period breakouts happen because progesterone causes the pore lining to physically swell, narrowing the opening and trapping sebum beneath — a mild BHA cleanse like this one helps keep that swollen opening clearer during the luteal phase.

MYTH: "If my face doesn't feel squeaky-tight after washing, it isn't clean." REALITY: squeaky-tight is stripped, not clean — a properly cleansed, barrier-intact face feels comfortable, not tight.

MYTH: "More lather means a stronger clean." REALITY: lather volume is a function of surfactant type and water hardness, not cleansing power — this amino-acid-based foam produces less lather than a soap bar while cleansing just as effectively with far less stripping.

Sugar cane burning season (Jul-Nov): PM2.5 increases during harvest burns; an evening cleanse with this foam is a good habit to physically remove settled particulate before it sits on skin overnight.

Hard water note: Mauritius tap water hardness varies by region; hard water can leave a calcium-stearate film after any cleanse, so follow with a toner to help lift that residue and restore comfortable pH.

*Marine sourcing and mineral-content claims are brand-marketed and not independently lab-verified by Adilsons; treated as a traditional/proprietary-tier claim rather than a clinically-graded one.

Full INCI: Water, Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate, Glycerin, Coco-Glucoside, Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate, Lauryl Glucoside, Methylpropanediol, Butylene Glycol, Sea Water, Hyaluronic Acid, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Decyl Glucoside, Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract, Pinus Densiflora Leaf Extract, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Leaf Extract, Coffea Arabica (Coffee) Seed Extract, Cladosiphon Okamuranus Extract, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Panthenol, Allantoin, [--- Estimated 1% Line ---] Salicylic Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Chloride, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethoxydiglycol, Glyceryl Caprylate, Quillaja Saponaria Bark Extract, Polyglyceryl-10 Myristate, Sodium Citrate, Dipropylene Glycol, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Glycereth-26, Propanediol, Sodium Phytate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Citric Acid, 2,3-Butanediol.

*This ingredient list was aggregated from a third-party INCIDecoder-mirror listing via web search, not fetched directly from the brand's own page this pass — treat exact ordering as directionally, not certifiably, accurate.

Preservative system: 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, and Glyceryl Caprylate form a paraben-free, multi-functional preservative-booster system.

Fragrance status: Essential Oils/Botanical Extract-derived scent (not a plain "Fragrance/Parfum" entry) — Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) LEAF Extract, distinct from the Bergamot fruit oil used in Round Lab's Cleansing Balm.

Scent: Faint citrus-herbal, dissipates within 30 seconds of rinsing. EU 26 allergen screen: none individually declared in the aggregated INCI checked; leaf extracts carry lower volatile-compound loads than fruit essential oils, but a full allergen breakdown was not separately disclosed.

Alcohol disclosure: Alcohol-Free (no ethanol or denatured alcohol found in the declared INCI).

Halal: *Self-assessed by Adilsons based on available INCI data. No ethanol from fermentation, no porcine-derived ingredients, and no haram animal-derived ingredients detected in the declared ingredient list. This is NOT a formal Halal certification. Muslims with stricter requirements should consult their own scholars.

Vegan: *Self-assessed by Adilsons based on available INCI data. No animal-derived ingredients detected. This is NOT a formal vegan certification by The Vegan Society or equivalent body.

Cruelty-Free: *Brand-stated policy per available cruelty-free-directory sources, which report genuinely conflicting information on formal certification for ROUND LAB — treat as brand-stated, not third-party-certified.

Microplastic-Free: Yes — no microplastic-associated polymer found in the aggregated INCI checked this pass.

MFDS Classification: General Cosmetic — no evidence of Korean MFDS Functional Cosmetic registration was found for this SKU.

Evidence confidence: Medium. Salicylic Acid's pore-clearing mechanism is well-established in dermatology literature as an ingredient class; the brand's specific "Aczero" and mineral-water claims are Marketing-Only* — no independent clinical study was found for this exact formulation.

Fungal Acne Safety: FA-Conditional. The glucoside surfactants (Coco-Glucoside, Lauryl Glucoside, Decyl Glucoside) are generally lower-risk than fatty-acid esters, but some FA-safety community references still list glucosides as conditional in rinse-off formats — disclosed for transparency rather than declared unconditionally safe.

Assessment: None. As a rinse-off cleanser, this product does not remain on skin to interact with subsequent layers.

Fresh foam should be white/off-white with a faint citrus-herbal scent. Store away from direct bathroom-window sun and away from prolonged heat above ~30°C in Mauritius' warmer months, since the emollient surfactant base can separate under sustained heat.

Spoilage signs: a sour or rancid smell replacing the faint citrus note, or visible separation/discoloration inside the pump. When in doubt, discard.

Patch test on the inner forearm for 24 hours, then behind the ear for 24 hours, before full facial use.

72-hour barrier reset: if you experience an adverse reaction, stop all actives. For 72 hours use only a gentle cleanser, plain moisturizer, and mineral SPF — no acids, retinoids, Vitamin C, exfoliants, or essential oils. After 72 hours, reintroduce one product per 14 days.

Emergency stop signals: hives, swelling, blistering, persistent burning, or breathing difficulty — seek emergency care immediately.

1. Using it as a sole makeup remover on full-coverage days.
2. Washing more than twice daily chasing a "clean" feeling.
3. Scrubbing hard instead of the 60-second gentle massage.
4. Skipping moisturizer afterward.
5. Combining with a separate leave-on BHA in the same routine without spacing them out.

Overuse threshold: more than twice-daily use consistently strips the barrier rather than improving results.

At a walnut-size dollop per wash, twice daily, a 150ml bottle provides roughly 90-120 uses, lasting approximately 6-8 weeks. Using more than the recommended amount does not clean better — it only shortens the bottle's life without improving results.

Reorder roughly 2 weeks before you expect to run out, to allow for shipping time.

This cleanser is the foundation step of both your AM and PM routines — everything else layers on top of a properly, gently cleansed base.

AM: 1. Bubble Foam (60s massage, rinse) → 2. 1025 Dokdo Pad → 3. Moisturizer → 4. 1025 Dokdo Sunscreen.
PM: 1. Oil cleanse if makeup/sunscreen worn → 2. Bubble Foam → 3. Toner/pad → 4. Treatment → 5. Moisturizer.

If your skin is barrier-compromised right now: switch to a plain, actives-free cleanser for 3-7 days before resuming this BHA foam. If you double-cleansed with an oil balm already: a shorter 30-second pass with this foam is enough; you do not need the full 60 seconds twice.

After purchasing, you will receive our skincare education email series covering this product in depth. The recommendations above are based on formulation synergy with 1025 Dokdo Bubble Foam, not on margin or stock levels — if a pairing does not exist in our catalog, we say so, and if you already own a product that fills the same role, use what you have first.

If you specifically want a stronger, brand-disclosed BHA percentage for acne-prone skin, SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Tea-Trica BHA Foam 125ml is a close in-catalog comparison — it pairs Salicylic Acid with Centella and a broader acne-care marketing focus.

Choose 1025 Dokdo Bubble Foam over the SKIN1004 Tea-Trica BHA Foam if you want a lighter, marine-mineral-forward cleanse with a gentler day-to-day feel rather than an acne-focused BHA-centric marketing story.

If your primary concern is active, inflamed acne rather than general daily oil control, the SKIN1004 alternative's clearer acne-care positioning may suit you better. If you already have a dedicated leave-on BHA/niacinamide treatment and just want a gentle daily wash, this product is sufficient and you do not need to upgrade.

If you match 2 or more upgrade triggers above, this is worth choosing. If not, the alternative is sufficient and safer. Consistency beats complexity.

This product's PRIMARY function is: daily gentle cleansing with mild pore-care support. You do NOT need this if you already own a mild-BHA or amino-acid-based daily cleanser you like — finish that one first, since cleansers have no meaningful shelf-life urgency until opened.

Stacking assessment: No Benefit if you already run a separate BHA/AHA leave-on treatment daily and a plain gentle cleanser (adding this on top is redundant exfoliation exposure, not extra benefit).

This product is sourced through authorized Korean distributors — primarily Craver Co., Ltd (South Korea), alongside other verified distribution partners. Craver is a major Korean beauty distributor and the parent company of SKIN1004, handling authorized distribution for multiple K-beauty brands. All products are shipped directly to Mauritius via verified channels.

For comprehensive information about how we verify authenticity, our layered verification system, and how to check your product at home, visit our dedicated Authenticity and Trust page.

Quick verification tips: genuine packaging shows clean, precise printing with no crooked label alignment; be cautious of prices well below typical retail, a common counterfeit-listing red flag.

ROUND LAB centers its formulations on single, geographically-specific Korean natural sources rather than one umbrella "hero ingredient" across the whole brand — the 1025 Dokdo line draws its name and mineral-water sourcing directly from Dokdo and Ulleungdo islands. This product-line-by-source approach is a genuine point of differentiation from brands that market one hero ingredient across an entire catalog regardless of sub-line.

Community reviews individually attributable to this exact SKU (a named Reddit thread, an Amazon review, a quoted YesStyle reviewer) were not found in our research at the time of writing. What we did find: Skinsort's aggregate community-usage data shows this product logged as a daily-use item by the large majority of trackers who record it, suggesting it is well tolerated for twice-daily use rather than an occasional-use harsh wash.

We will update this section as more individually-attributable reviews for this exact SKU become available.

Sustainability: Rinse the empty bottle before recycling where local facilities accept HDPE/PP plastics; not a refillable format.

Does this remove waterproof sunscreen or makeup on its own? No — use an oil or balm cleanser first on those days, then follow with this foam as your second cleanse.

Is this safe for daily use? Yes, for most normal-to-oily skin twice daily; dry or reactive skin may prefer once-daily use.

What percentage of Salicylic Acid does it contain? The brand has not publicly disclosed an exact percentage; its INCI position is consistent with a standard low rinse-off dose.

Can I use this if I'm pregnant? The rinse-off BHA here does not meet this skill's pregnancy-caution threshold, but if you prefer to avoid all salicylates during pregnancy, discuss with your doctor and consider a BHA-free cleanser instead.

Will this help with acne? It can support daily pore maintenance, but active, inflamed acne needs a dedicated leave-on treatment — this cleanser alone will not resolve it.

BHA (Beta Hydroxy Acid)

An oil-soluble acid, most commonly Salicylic Acid, that penetrates into sebum-filled pores.

Acid mantle

The skin's naturally slightly-acidic surface film (pH 4.5-5.5) that protects against bacteria and moisture loss.

Amino-acid surfactant

A gentler class of cleansing agent derived from amino acids, milder than traditional soap.

Glucoside surfactant

A plant-sugar-derived cleansing agent, generally mild and low-irritation.

FA-Conditional

May feed Malassezia yeast (fungal acne) in some people depending on the rest of your routine, but not a universal problem ingredient.

Purging vs reaction

Purging is temporary, surface-level breakouts in your usual acne zones; a reaction appears in new areas and worsens without improving.

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Coverage: Island-wide delivery (Mauritius).

Processing and Timing: Orders process in 1-2 business days; usually ready by Day 3 for pickup by our delivery partners/regional team. Partner collection can take up to 1 week. After pickup, delivery typically takes 1-5 business days (weekdays only).

Express: May be available by region; request on WhatsApp: +230 5 778 2336.

Liquids/Sensitive Items: Serums, toners, liquid makeup (and kits containing liquids) are pickup or door-to-door only; checkout enforces this.

Scheduling: Deliveries run by region on set schedules; we will contact you the evening before.

Pickup: Citadelle Mall pickup available.

Returns: No change-of-mind exchanges.

Refunds (Summary): For defective/damaged on receipt (report within 48h), wrong item, or manufacturing defect within 6 months. Refunds via bank transfer (7-10 business days); card refunds may incur a 5% processor fee (fee not charged for defects/order errors). Opened skincare/personal-care items are non-returnable (except if damaged on delivery).

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Best for: normal-to-oily, combination skin in a humid climate wanting a daily cleanse with mild pore-care support and a mineral-water sourcing story, without a harsh strip.

Key benefits: genuinely mild amino-acid/glucoside surfactant base; real Salicylic Acid presence for pore maintenance; layers cleanly under any routine.

Keep in mind: the brand does not disclose its BHA percentage; it contains a mild botanical scent, so it is not for strict fragrance-free routines; it is not a substitute for an oil-based first cleanse on heavy makeup/sunscreen days.